The Media Club with Matt Deegan

In this special edition,we ask what a privatised Channel 4 could look like forthe independent programme makers that supply it and the viewers that watch it. Is Netflix’s model the right one to emulate? And what could the potential benefits be? Two indie producers - and former C4 commissioners - Faraz Osman and Steven D Wright, weight up the options. Plus media writer Tara Conlan explains the background to this sudden change in fate for the public service broadcaster.Also on the programme, we speak to Stephen Mai, Founder of woo - the new wellness media brand backed by ITV.And, in the Media Quiz we unpack the allegations and denials hitting the media industry this week.A Rethink Audio production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan with support from Matt Hill.Support the show and keep us independent: patreon.com/mediapodFeedback always welcome: themediapodcast.com/survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a busy month for streaming platform news, ex-Director of Product for the BBC iPlayer Dan Taylor-Watt unpacks the latest news with host Matt Deegan. We’ll explore ads on Disney+ and whether Netflix is finally cracking down on password sharing.Also on the programme, Karin Robinson (Endelman) and Charlotte Tobitt (Press Gazette) discuss the other big stories of the week, including Laura Kuenssberg signing off after seven years as BBC Political Editor: Who’s replacing her and where’s she going? An unprecedented coalition of British media organisations including The News Media Association, BBC, Channel 4 and ITN have signed a letter to the PM calling for ‘critical legislation’ against the tech giants to be brought forward - plus, in the Media Quiz, we discover who has made media milestones in the industry this week.A Rethink Audio production, produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan with support from Matt Hill.Tell us what you think of the show: themediapodcast.com/surveySupport us with a top slice of your salary: patreon.com/mediapod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Culture Secretary Baron Vaizey joins Matt Deegan to discuss what’s so enticing about being chair of Ofcom, as we hear that Michael Grade has bagged the top job.Also on the programme: the BBC in shock funding story as it actually *gains* 4m from the Government, media writer Maggie Brown and audio consultant Ann Charles ask if it's the journalists that could end up saving Auntie?And, in the Media Quiz, we provide order where there is chaos.A Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with support from Phoebe Adler-Ryan.Tell us what you think of the show: themediapodcast.com/surveySupport us with a top slice of your salary: patreon.com/mediapod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The latest version of the Online Safety Bill’s been revealed - Matt Chorley (Times Radio) and Prof. Lis Howell (City University) discuss Nadine Dorries’ update and what it means for press freedoms.Also on the programme, podcast producers Helen Zaltzman (The Allusionist) and Rayhan (Brown Girls Do It Too) share their tips for making an award-winning podcast ahead of the British Podcast Awards. Amazon launches live radio app Amp - will they run the airwaves?And, in the Media Quiz, we find out which media favourites are saying a fond farewell to the airwaves.A Rethink Audio production, produced by Phoebe Adler-Ryan, with support from Matt Hill.Support the show and get bonus deep dives into the media news: patreon.com/mediapod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disney+ is launching an ad-supported tier in the US - What does this mean for the streaming wars? The Times' Jake Kanter and audio & TV critic Scott Bryan join Matt Deegan to discuss the week's media news.Also on the programme: CNN correspondent Michael Holmes talks to us from Lviv in the Ukraine about the ambush that led to Stuart Ramsay’s Sky News team taking casualties, plus the ‘fake news’ law that has resulted in broadcasters temporarily suspending reporting.Plus, Piers Morgan is back and uncensored, apparently - we’ll discuss what his new show will bring to audiences across three continents this Spring.And, in the Media Quiz, we are covering Melodious Milestones in the music industry.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan, with support from Matt Hill.Support the show!Give us a retweettake out a Riverside.fm trial and use the code mediapod on any package for $15 offbecome a patron of the show, sign up at patreon.com/mediapod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's RIP to the ITV Hub - Matt Deegan is joined by James Cridland (Podnews) and Charlotte Tobitt (Press Gazette) to discuss what it means for ITV’s streaming strategy and joint venture Britbox.Also on the programme: The latest data from Ipsos iris has been released profiling UK news providers, we discover who’s leading the pack. The co-founder of award-winning digital news service Need To Know Warren Nettleford tells us about the relaunch and their formula for making engaging news for young people.And, in the Media Quiz, we discover what properties are being cut and commissioned this week.A Rethink Audio production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan with support from Matt Hill.Support the show!Give us a retweettake out a Riverside.fm trial and use the code mediapod on any package for $15 offbecome a patron of the show, sign up at patreon.com/mediapod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BBC lets two more leading broadcasters slip away to Global. This time it’s Emily Maitlis and Jon Sopel. Why does it keep happening? And what’s the strategy at LBC? Gill Hind (Enders Analysis) & Faraz Osman (Gold Wala) join Matt Deegan to discuss the week's media news.Also on the programme: how do you explain the invasion of Ukraine to an 8 year old? We spoke to Anna Bassi, Editor in Chief of The Week Junior, to find out how a print magazine for kids is in the top four print publications in the UK.Plus, we pay tribute to SBTV founder Jamal Edwards who passed away this week, and look at what Linkedin are doing to support podcasts.A Rethink Audio Production, produced by Phoebe Adler Ryan, with editing support by Matt Hill. Support the show and get exclusive extended interviews by becoming a patron: patreon.com/mediapodAnd thanks to our sponsors, Riverside.fm. Start a free trial and, when you love it like we do, get $15 off any package with the code MEDIAPOD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are the problems at the BBC’s We Are England strand the sign of things to come? The Guardian’s Jim Waterson explains.As the newsroom startup raises another £10m, the co-founder of Tortoise, James Harding talks to Matt Deegan about slow news, startups and paid memberships.Elsewhere, Paramount Plus is coming - how does it fit into the streaming wars? TV indie chief Cat Lewis (Nine Lives Media) fills us in.And, in the Media Quiz... we discover the old dogs learning new tricks. And vice versa.A Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with support from Phoebe Adler Ryan.SUPPORT THE SHOW: Patreon.com/mediapodTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: Riverside.fm - get $15 off when you use the code MEDIAPOD at checkout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amazon Prime gets a new UK home in a overheated studio marketplace - is the golden age of drama sustainable? Matt Deegan is joined by media commentator Kate Bulkley and Heat Magazine's Boyd Hilton to discuss the week's media news.Also on the programme: how should programme makers address the climate crisis? The director of sustainable certifiers Albert, Carys Taylor, explains their new mission.And, in the Media Quiz, we discover who’s holding whom... to ransom.A Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with support from Phoebe Adler Ryan. Support the show and get an exclusive extended interview with Carys on sustainable filming in Hollywood: patreon.com/mediapod.Thanks to our sponsors Riverside.fm - use the code MEDIAPOD at checkout to get $15 off any plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Zucker, one of the most powerful media execs in America, shocks the CNN newsroom. ITV News Washington correspondent Robert Moore tells us why.The UK radio industry is still reshaping in the pandemic with big changes at Times Radio and Radio 1. Adam Bowie is on hand to explain.All that, plus - yes, a little Joe Rogan chat - Scott Bryan explains why Wordle is big business to the New York Times and, in The Media Quiz, we look at the other shows ‘doing a BBC Three.’This episode is supported by riverside.fm and, in fact, made with it too. Discover why and get $15 off any subscription when use the code MEDIAPODA Rethink Audio production, produced by Matt Hill with support from Phobe Adler-Ryan. Support the show and get an extra bonus RAJAR chat this week when you join our Patreon (hit the link below). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.